Low-Cost Handover Authentication Protocol in Space-Air-Ground Integrated Network for VANET Applications

Key Points

• This research aims to develop and assess a low-cost handover authentication protocol for VANET applications in integrated networks.
• Developed a novel handover authentication protocol suitable for space-air-ground integrated networks.
• Evaluated the protocol's performance in terms of security and efficiency in VANET environments.
• Conducted simulations to test the effectiveness and cost implications of the proposed protocol.
• Demonstrated a significant reduction in authentication delay, improving overall communication efficiency.
• Achieved 30% lower costs compared to existing protocols with a high security level.
• Results indicate enhanced user experience in VANET applications with reduced interference.

Abstract